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Yesterday we brought home my grandpa's 1967 Cub Cadet 122 so I could tear into and replace a headgasket, reseal the motor, fix the clutch, fix some fatigue welds, go through the mower deck, get it all degreased, flush and refill tranny, and probably some other stuff that I cant think if off the top of my head. Anyways, I have been taking photos as I go along. And when we were taking it off the trailer the left front spindle broke so I'm in need of one of those.

January 13, 1888 The National Geographic Society is founded in Washington, D.C. for "the increase and diffusion of geographic knowledge"

My wife recorded me plowing snow on Dec 11 but I just got the video from her now to post it. The 520HC worked well as always.

Plug wires ready to install. Wires got a light coat of silicone grease inside all 4 boots. Right side plug wire installed. Left side plug wire and clip installed. Note that I heated the clip with a hair dryer to make it soft so it did not break when inserting the wire. Plug wires installed. Oil filter air gasket ready to install. Oil filter air gasket installed.

Oh come on now..........................

One of the best TV shows ever. Cheezy, camp, and ridiculous. Most evil villains. And the coolest car in the world. That walking up the wall gag was great. Oh, and Catwoman!

And what's your excuse???

If you're going with LOTR references, then Smeagul or Gollum has to be on the short list...

Was an excellent source for the "increase and diffusion of geographic knowledge " for many years. I cancelled my subscription many years ago when they started increasing the confusion of geographic knowledge...

Jim, that brings back some memories that I had on one of the 1257s I had and 1057 that one was a total nightmare. It turned out well. I believe I actually painted that one. Enjoy the 1257.

Since it’s got a Vanguard, and you’re piecing it together, I vote for Vanderbilt.

Man I hope so...

What is wrong with the one that is on it? Usually a good cleaning and carb kit will fix the original. Some times you need to add a bushing to the butterfly shaft, if it is sloppy. I use only OEM kits. https://www.amazon.com/Kohler-25-757-01-S-Carburetor-product_by-randysenginerepair__JENT12120966218239/dp/B01MCQBNMT/ref=sr_1_4? The bushing, you will require 2 of these. They can also be found in Hillman drawers at most hardware stores. https://www.amazon.com/Hillman-Group-58087-Bearing-16-Inch/dp/B00MND8WNY

I haven't named any of my tractors, even if I thought of a good name. Nothing against it at all. It's just that I can barely keep all my kid's names in my mind so I'm just trying not to confuse myself...

Looks like a 78-79 C series going by the hood stand. But who knows, it’s been built with all sorts of parts. Worth $300? Nope

Trail cam - @ebinmaine's place,,, caught Eb looking for another C-160...

Black blade fits perfect. Looks brand new factory. Probably spent time outside as there’s no decals.. I’m wondering if it was at the end of the garden tractors and they marketed these black for the ztr? I’m happy. Setting it light. Tripping will annoy me but it won’t bend it.

Direct drive is by far better, but converting a deck will not be easy nowadays. (Not to mention the custom spindle you would need to make) Its hard to find the old motor specs, but i've looked for a low-profile high-torque motor that would be capable of fitting on the deck (pancake style) and its hard to find. I was considering using an HTD style belt (less friction than a v-belt) and one larger deck motor.

Mountain Mule

Direct drive does save on parts and reduces friction losses. It also permits matching the motor to the task--voltage, single or variable speed, horsepower, etc

For the moment, I had some rubber in my shop, and just put that down so that I could occasionally sit on the tractor and make engine noises, dreaming of doing laps in the yard😂.

Regarding LOTR - Bill (Bill The Pony) was Samwise's pony. Shadowfax was Gandalf's horse.

Aw, thank you both!

This was actually something I had thought about. I only need about 1/4 inch for the lift to clear. Maybe less... The upper steering shaft is the only thing that would be of concern. The hole that it passes through is partially slotted already. Definitely got some work to do.

or I recommend these guys Rebuilt Onan Engine Repair Services | Kustom but they are a little more than the cheaper knock offs.

Can't put together da time nor da money.

There around 900 billionaires in the US, and not one of those losers has decided to become...

That shouldn’t matter..you think you’re the only Eric? Or me the only Mike? Clyde is still my choice …. Now make it happen

I was considering giving you some grief and perhaps even a snide remark about memory... then I recalled I hadn't posted this yet.

I like Bills suggestion, but would shorten it to just Clyde.

THE WHEELINATOR

Tony I have a fender and the seat pan so you could have Matt make up a seat for that would be original to that tractor like this one. let me know if you’re interested.

No yours went through a spindle off resto and got donated to a tractor for the less fortunate. Page 18

Wow throw a belt guard and a seat on her and I would be done with that one

Did some cleaning yesterday night. And came how way better then I was expecting. Still have to clean the rims and find a belt guard though. Do have some other plans for this tractor as well

Too cold for lots of pics & vids. Got this one of grandson #2. Sleddig.mov

Git-R-Done

I 'am putting the 308-8 back together and having a " Jonny Cash problem with the belt guard all the holes were gone ". Then I remembered there wasn't much paint on the back side of that guard when I took it off. The problem was the clutch idler was holding it off. I got a stick of wood and a big hammer and gave it a fine adjustment. Still a little close, but it clears now.

Happy birthday and oodles more of them!

Happy belated birthday Ed and I sure hope I can make the show this year .

I was thinking the same but don't know enough really to comment. The old Wheel Horse Elec-Trac models just used electrically powered mower decks, as do many new electric mowers. They have a seperate motor for each blade. One thing about it, they don't loose torque due to pulley and belt systems. Much simpler design...

Happy Birthday @Tuneup, we ae glad you were born

I wired one to the pink dash lights wire on a 520 so it would be fused by that circuit. Problem is as the pump pulses the (led) lights flicker in tune with the pump. I may move it to the coil but I may have a battery going south too as it kinda goes away at throttle up.

How about Belgaum Draft If they do not like it for a puller they can like it as a drink

Great work. Sold as grip for skateboards! A HUGE variety of colors and patterns available.

Battery showed up today

Looks like so much fun to play in the snow! Of course we don't get enough here in NC for me to have a clue what I'm talking about...

Whst are you doing for insulation and heat?